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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bearings

/ˈbɛərɪŋz/ noun · British & US
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What does bearings mean?

noun

The compass direction or position of something, especially in relation to the surrounding environment. The bearings of a ship or aircraft are its direction of travel.

Example

"The pilot took note of the ship's bearings before navigating through the storm."

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